Super Earth’s fight for liberty has leveled up! After months of speculation and a passionate fan campaign, Helldivers 2 has officially launched on Xbox Series X|S. This landmark moment not only brings the first PlayStation-published title to Xbox but also unites the Helldivers community across consoles and PC in one massive galactic war.
The War for Democracy Begins: Global Launch Times
Unlike most games that stagger release by region, Arrowhead Game Studios and Sony Interactive Entertainment pulled off a simultaneous worldwide launch. That means no early tricks—every soldier enters the battlefield at the same moment.
Here are the official launch times for August 26, 2025:
- Pacific Daylight Time (PDT): 1:00 AM
- Eastern Daylight Time (EDT): 4:00 AM
- British Summer Time (BST): 9:00 AM
- Central European Summer Time (CEST): 10:00 AM
- Indian Standard Time (IST): 1:30 PM
- Japan Standard Time (JST): 5:00 PM
- Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST): 6:00 PM
The game weighs in at a manageable 35GB, so even without pre-loading, players can gear up for action quickly.
Cross-Play Unites the Galaxy
The Xbox debut isn’t just a platform expansion—it’s a revolution in co-op. Helldivers 2 now supports full cross-platform play, meaning Xbox players can team up with friends on PlayStation 5 and PC. Together, squads can tackle Major Orders and fight back against Automatons and Terminids in a shared, ever-evolving war.
Cross-play is turned on by default, though players can disable it in settings. One key limitation: cross-progression is not supported, so your progress stays tied to the platform you’re playing on.
A Legendary Alliance: Helldivers 2 x Halo: ODST
To celebrate this milestone, Helldivers are suiting up with some very familiar armor. A new Legendary Warbond brings Halo’s ODST aesthetic straight into the fight. Available across Xbox, PlayStation, and PC, the crossover bundle includes:
- A-9 Helljumper Armor Set
- A-35 Recon Armor
- MA5C Assault Rifle
- M6C/SOCOM Pistol
It’s a historic crossover between two iconic franchises, symbolizing a new era of collaboration between gaming giants. For fans, it’s more than a cosmetic update—it’s a celebration of community and unity across platforms.
Suit Up and Join the Fight
With the launch on Xbox, Helldivers 2 is bigger and bolder than ever. Veterans and newcomers alike can dive in, call down Stratagems, and show the galaxy what Managed Democracy truly means.
